Advantages of Computers Quiz

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What is a major disadvantage of computers according to the text?

Judgement based on feelings, taste, and experience

Lack of intelligence (correct)

Ability to perform tasks automatically

Emotional decision-making capabilities

In which field of application does the text mention the need for a dust-free environment for computers?

Business

Healthcare

Education

Banking (correct)

What is mentioned as a significant aspect of computer automation in the text?

Execution of tasks without human interaction (correct)

Dependence on human instructions

Emotional response to tasks

Ability to make judgment calls

What is one field where computers lead to a reduction in paper work?

Organization data processing Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of computers makes them fully dependent on humans?

Operation as per user instructions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects are computers unable to consider in decision-making, as stated in the text?

Taste and experience Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of personal computers?

Limited application in the business sector Signup and view all the answers

In which field of application are workstations commonly used?

Business Signup and view all the answers

Which external device is typically connected to a port on a computer?

Monitor Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of personal computers in businesses?

Running spreadsheet applications Signup and view all the answers

Which field of application requires workstations for tasks like CAD and software development?

Software development Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of workstations that distinguishes them from personal computers?

High-quality graphics capabilities Signup and view all the answers

What technological advancement distinguishes third-generation computers from second-generation computers?

Use of Integrated Circuits (ICs) Signup and view all the answers

Which generation of computers is credited with giving rise to the Personal Computer (PC) revolution?

Fourth Generation Signup and view all the answers

What is a major disadvantage associated with third-generation computers?

High cost Signup and view all the answers

In which field of application did the introduction of fourth-generation computers have a significant impact?

Business Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of fifth-generation computers distinguishes them from previous generations?

Ultra Large Scale Integration (ULSI) technology Signup and view all the answers

What technological development marked the transition from VLSI to ULSI in computer microprocessors?

Production of chips with ten million electronic components Signup and view all the answers